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Preparation of Esters—Super Value Laboratory Kit

By: Brother Carmen Ciardullo, Retired, St. Joseph’s Prep Seminary, Princeton, NJ

Item #: AP7608 

Price: $102.44

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The Preparation of Esters Organic Chemistry Laboratory Kit fills the lab with aromas of peppermint, banana, and other fruit! Students will enjoy synthesizing esters, the organic compounds responsible for artificial flavors.

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Item# AP4362 AP7608
Type of Kit Student Laboratory Kit Super Value Laboratory Kit
Price $55.98 $102.44
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This lab will fill your science room with smiles and pleasant aromas of peppermint, banana, and other fruit. Students are sure to enjoy synthesizing esters, the organic compounds responsible for artificial flavors. The simple chemistry behind the synthesis of an ester from an alcohol and an acid is discussed and performed. All chemicals and specialized equipment are provided.

Complete for 30 students working in pairs. Super Value Kit is complete for 5 classes of 30 students working in pairs. Thermometers are recommended but not provided.

Specifications

Materials Included in Kit: 
Acetic acid, glacial, 80 mL
Ethyl alcohol, 95%, 100 mL
Isopentyl alcohol, 75 mL
Methyl alcohol, 100 mL
Salicylic acid, 50 g
Sulfuric acid, 18 M, 75 mL
Cup, polystyrene 8 oz, 75
Microcentrifuge tube, 225
Pipet, Beral-type, thin stem, 375